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Definition of: cumin
(kum′in) noun
1. An annual (Cuminum cyminum) of the carrot family, with fennel–like leaves.
2. Its seeds, used in Eastern countries as a condiment. Also cum′min. [OE cymen <L cuminum <Gk. kyminon <Semitic]
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